How To Start a School

Close-up of a yellow school bus with the word "SCHOOL" in large black letters, capturing the essence of how to start a nonprofit dedicated to education.

What are some legal issues you need to consider when starting a private school?
Starting a private school requires a dedicated team of individuals with a focus on providing a quality education. Before taking on this endeavor, you will need to evaluate whether there is a need for another school in your community, understand basic legal issues that will arise, and create a plan.

How to Start a Church

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We do all the work to form new churches. We off a quick, straightforward solution to the set up church that is a state non-profit corporation with formal 501(c)(3) status. If you’ve handle the corporate and tax aspects of setting up a new church, here is a summary of the some of the steps you […]

Nonprofit Law Basics: What is the difference between nonprofit articles of incorporation and bylaws?

Cullinane Nonprofit Law Group represents nonprofits, foundations, and charities.

What is the difference between nonprofit articles of incorporation and bylaws? Articles of Incorporation – Your Founding Document Articles of incorporation legally “create” or “found” your nonprofit corporation. Some states call this document the “articles of formation” or “certificate of formation.” The articles are filed with the State and become a public document. They define […]

How Do I Start a PTO – Parent Teacher Organization?

Close-up of a "SCHOOL BUS" sign, signifying how a PTO organization can support education in your community.

How do I start a Parent Teacher Organization – PTO?
One way for parents to be support their child’s school is to join their Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). But what if your child’s school doesn’t have one? How are PTOs different from PTAs?